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The thought process that goes in to buying a commercial coffee roaster

Posted by The San Franciscan Roaster Co.

Sun, Oct, 20, 2024 @ 03:10 AM

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Chris Baca from Cat and Cloud Coffee posted a video on his Youtube Channel a few years back on the thought process that went into buying a commercial coffee roaster. We've revisited that video and found the information too valuable not to share with you.  You can watch the video at the bottom of the page. 

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Topics: roaster profile, SF25, coffee roaster, coffee culture

The Return of Light Roasts

Posted by The San Franciscan Roaster Co.

Fri, Aug, 23, 2024 @ 22:08 PM

Light roasts are easy to achieve with the precise controls of the San Franciscan Roaster

The hum of conversation mixes with the soft clinking of cups, while the unmistakable scent of freshly brewed coffee permeates the air., the aroma of brewing beans tells a story. For years, that story was dominated by the bold, smoky allure of dark roasts. Coffee drinkers across North America embraced the deep, almost charred notes of these heavy roasts, their palates steered by the richness and the near-bitter intensity that came from a darkened bean. Yet, as with all things in food and drink, trends evolve, and 2024 has brought with it a quiet revolution—a return to the bright, delicate world of light roasts.

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Topics: coffee roaster, coffee roasting, art of roasting

The Importance of Afterburners on Larger Coffee Roasters

Posted by The San Franciscan Roaster Co.

Mon, Aug, 05, 2024 @ 04:08 AM

san-fran-with-afterburnerIn the world of coffee roasting, precision and quality are paramount. As roasters scale up their operations to meet increasing demand, they encounter a host of new challenges, one of the most significant being the management of emissions. This is where afterburners come into play, becoming an essential component for larger coffee roasters.

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Topics: California, coffee roaster, SF75, education, experience, sf-25

A Beacon of Quality Amidst the Decline of US Manufacturing

Posted by The San Franciscan Roaster Co.

Mon, Jul, 08, 2024 @ 04:07 AM

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Topics: coffee roaster, roaster, high quality

The Coffee Roaster Drum Debate - Single Wall vs Double Wall

Posted by The San Franciscan Roaster Co.

Tue, Jun, 18, 2024 @ 01:06 AM

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Coffee roasting is an art and science, with the equipment used playing a crucial role in determining the final flavor profile of the coffee. Among the various types of roasting machines, drum roasters are popular for their consistency and control. Within this category, there are single wall drum roasters and double wall drum roasters. Each has its unique benefits and drawbacks, impacting the roasting process and the final product.

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Topics: coffee roaster, commercial coffee roaster, high quality